Question of the Month: Would you ever do an art show where you knew you wouldn’t sell anything?

Recently, I did exactly that!
Our town has been holding an arts fest for a couple of years now, called Art Smart. Local artists, musicians, teachers, and organizations are invited to participate. It’s the only “show” that I do anymore, and even though I sell very little (sometimes nothing) at it, I still like to get out there once a year and hear what people are thinking.
Why do a show that you know doesn’t cater to your target audience? I love my town and …read more

The Bead & Button Show is almost upon us!   Although most people who are going have already made their plans, perhaps this is the first time you’re hearing about it.  Or maybe you have changed your schedule recently, and you’re wondering if it’s too late.

The answer is NO!  You can still go, but you’ve got to make your plans NOW!!  The show starts on May 31, so visit the link above and see what classes are still available.  If you just want to go for the socializing and shopping, there’s all the info you need at that link too.
Anyone going …read more

Since I didn’t go to Tucson this year, I enlisted the aid of a spy…my good friend Wendy Van Camp! Wendy (whose artist profile you can read here) went to Tucson as a first timer, and I asked her for her impressions. If you’ve never been, but plan to some day, maybe some of what Wendy shares will help you
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Wendy’s tool purchases!
I am back after a long eight days in Tucson, AZ. I was warned to wear comfortable shoes and clothing …read more